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  • Development and Implementation of Human Resource Strategy, Systems and Structures

    Development and Implementation of Human Resource Strategy, Systems and Structures

    Background:
    CFK is a registered Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) headquartered in Kibera, Nairobi.
    Over the last Eighteen years, CFK’s approach to participatory community development has been rooted in the conviction that sustainable impact and solutions to poverty are only possible when the community that is most affected by it are the real change-makers.
    CFK envisions a community where every person, regardless of ethnic or economic background, has a voice and an opportunity to realize their full potential.
    Purpose of the assignment:
    Under the overall guidance and direction of CFK, the HR consultant/firm will contribute to the development of a comprehensive HR manual and strategy. Therefore, the HR consultant/firm will review and assess existing policies and recommend relevant changes to the policies, set clear KPIs to monitor implementation progress and provide training and support on the developed HR manual to the CFK team.
    At the end of the assignment, CFK should be well equipped with an appropriate set of policies, systems, structures, tools, processes, knowledge and practices related to human resource management.
    Key Areas of Responsibility and Deliverables:

    Review and assess existing policies that include;

    Review existing HR policies and identify gaps as compared to best practices.
    Review job descriptions and promotion scale.
    Conduct and make recommendations for job analysis, job evaluation (structure) and remuneration surveys (salary survey and salary structure as appropriate).

    Develop a detailed HR strategy and framework for CFK.

    Develop a progressive performance management system, career planning and progression, professional development and staff training policy as appropriate.
    Develop/ Review the requisite HR policies, procedures and work instruction (toolkits and templates), manuals and employee handbooks.

    Provide training and support on the developed HR manual to the CFK team;

    Based on the produced manual, conduct training session(s) to the target group to explain the policies produced.
    Provide HR advisory support services to ensure that the systems, tools and procedures are functioning troubleshoot and suggest corrective action during and after the consultancy period.

  • Project Management Associate

    Project Management Associate

    The Project Management Associate is responsible for collaborating effectively with the project management team to manage and streamline all project management processes across multi-functional teams to ensure quality implementation and delivery of Arifu’s products and services to our partners and learners. Delivering excellence at Arifu depends on efficient cross-team collaboration working with learning experts, computer scientists, corporate partnership development teams, as well as social scientists. As such, the Project Management Associate needs to absolutely love taking on new challenges, bring a problem-solving focus, and be willing to have fun under pressure while being uncompromising on quality delivery. Lastly, they should be driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, be able to write and communicate to different audiences, and love learning from the variety of skill-sets and experiences at Arifu and Arifu’s partners.
    Most importantly, if you feel you have many of these attributes, but not all, no worries! We do not expect you to be superhuman. The most invaluable trait you can bring to Arifu is your ability to identify areas for growth, bring a deep willingness to learn, and let us invest in you.
    This is a full-time position based at Arifu’s headquarters in Nairobi reporting to the Senior Project Manager.
    Job Description:
    Working closely with the entire team, the Project Management Associate will be responsible for:

    Actively collaborating with the data, content, and tech teams in managing all aspects of the project lifecycle  with a view of ensuring that Arifu’s digital learning experience is  able to meet partners’  objectives and learners needs; 
    Developing, tracking, and updating workflows, work plans, budgets, and project timelines with the team and managing  the team’s performance of project tasks and activities;
    Managing all project data and deadline tracking including meeting notes, task lists, all critical deadlines and dates on project calendars, in addition to auditing and ensuring all project documentation has been uploaded to the project folders on the GDrive.
    Providing day-to-day support to project teams and partners, ensuring compliance with partnership contracts as well as applicable regulations;
    Ensuring and maintaining effective communication both internally and with partners, including but not limited to project status updates, progress reports, risk mitigation, and adequate escalation of issues as needed, making sure the project is delivered in budget, on schedule, and within scope;
    Contributing to establishing company-wide information systems and database management, as well as all business function documentation and training;
    Maintaining project budgets, budget to actual (BTA) reports, the deliverable tracker, and mapping them to project timelines to anticipate cash flow need;
    Scoping new projects and performing stakeholder analysis and mapping, identifying potential project impacts/risks;
    Drafting, disseminating, and maintaining Project Specs documentation
    Effectively applying interpersonal, negotiation and leadership skills to guide, support, and inspire the project team and direct forward movement on the project timeline;
    Determining and contributing to the body of knowledge in digital learning and policy development; 
    Securing buy-in, feedback and approvals on all project deliverables from all stakeholders;
    Establishing and maintaining metrics to monitor performance against set objectives;

     
    Basic Qualifications:
    A desire to impact lives, the ability to make a long-term commitment to your team and the product, and exceptional problem solving abilities are all essential prerequisites on the Arifu team. For this role, we’re also looking for someone who meets the following criteria: 

    A first degree in a relevant subject, for example Project Management, Business Administration, etc;
    3-4 years of professional experience in a busy projects office;
    Ability to perform under pressure and to tactfully navigate power dynamics in high stakes situations;
    Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills to exercise independent judgment and decision making; 
    Excellent habits and discipline in creating and maintaining documentation to improve operational efficiency;
    Persuasive verbal and written communication skills. Fluency in English required. Fluency in Swahili preferred;
    Grit and resourcefulness in the pursuit of solutions to the problems that stand in your way;
    Ability to handle the chaos of a fast-paced startup work culture and a willingness to take on additional tasks and support the work of other team members as necessary to achieve collective goals.

    Compensation and Benefits:
    First and foremost, we care about your success. Investment in our team members is the only driver of Arifu’s success. We offer competitive compensation packages including participation in the Arifu Rewards Program. We also offer a comprehensive health insurance package and will cover the cost of a work permit for foreign staff. Other benefits include monthly airtime allowance, extra leave, a stocked kitchen for breakfast and snacks, monthly phone credit, and plenty of ping-pong and foosball among other extra-curricular activities.

  • Project Documentary for GwD

    Project Documentary for GwD

    Background
    I Choose Life – Africa (ICL) is a leading youth focused Non-Governmental Organizations that has significantly contributed to the realization of socio-economic development and empowerment of individuals bringing about transformative change across communities in Kenya. The organization has over 14 years’ experience implementing evidence-based adolescents and youth programs in over 345 institutions of learning (Primary, Secondary and Higher learning institutions) across 25 Counties in Kenya. ICL aims at contributing towards improved life opportunities of adolescent and youth aged 10-24 using a holistic transformational model. ICL employs evidence to design and run innovative and high impact interventions to improve key indicators in health, education, economic empowerment and leadership and governance with regards to children, adolescents and youth. To ensure maximum impact, ICL utilizes a multi-sectorial approach, Quadra Helix development approach (which brings together the Government, Private sector, Academia and Civil society) to foster innovative and sustainable transformation in communities. In this model ICL envisions better health and well-being, quality education and improved livelihoods for sustainable development. In her work, ICL is guided by Vision 2030 whose objectives it seeks to cascade to counties, sub counties, wards, organized groups and households. In her sustainable and transformative service delivery, ICL invests in generation and documentation of evidence to influence policy and practice. The organization is guided by a vision of a “Healthy Africa, Empowered People!” and is on a mission to improve the life opportunities of youth aged 10-24 through strategic empowerment for sustainable development.
    Jielimishe GWD Project
    I Choose Life – Africa (ICL), through Jielimishe Girls without Dowry Project (JGwD), is working with 500 marginalized girls from two wards, namely Lokichoggio and Kalobeyei in Turkana West Sub County. The project aims at breaking the patriarchal structures and increasing equality among Karamoja cluster through education as a key leveller. The three (3) year project funded by Swedish Post code Lottery through ERIKS Development Partner has been in implementation from September 2018 and will be completed in August 2021.
    Following the rich experience and vast understanding of the contextual barriers behind educational marginalization for girls, the potential that exists amongst them and their communities, Jielimishe GwD seeks to empower girls and improve their learning outcomes and their household using a transformative gender equality lens. The project thus aims at improving the Life Chances of 500 marginalized girls aged 10-19 in Turkana West Sub County through gender equality in education by 2021.
    Objective of Assignment
    The overall objective of the assignment is to document longitudinal stories that document and communicate about impact of the project. This will be done through Photo and Video story documentation on the importance of education in addressing developmental barriers. ICL seeks to stage a photo exhibition to increase public understanding and awareness about the situation in Turkana County
    The photo exhibition, dubbed „Agency to sustain the gains from the Girls Without Dowry Project“ will showcase the journey of the 540 marginalised girls who will benefit from the project. The documentation will adopt a case management approach, where individual girls will be identified and tracked longitudinally. The individualized tracking will document critical and contextual barriers that hamper their education pursuit and social development in general, otherwise known as “educational marginalization”; the gains due to key interventions that transform their life chances; and documentation of high impact interventions that deserve to be sustained and scaled up. The tracking will provide a glimpse into the girls’ lives, their engagement with the project; the scope and depth of the interventions the girls have received and key learnings worth sharing with key stakeholders. The photo exhibition will engage and involve professional photographers who will help in documentation of girls’ engagements, experiences and journey with towards improved life chances. The Project documentation will be presented in form of photos and videos together with stories and/or informative texts about the situation in Turkana. The exhibition will bring forth the works of photographers and videographers who will have journeyed with the project over the implementation period.
    Identified areas/topics for photo/video documentary**

    Quality of teaching and learning in primary and secondary.
    Parental empowerment and engagement in equitable support of education for their children.
    Apprenticeship as a practical skills training to empower youth from very marginalized communities

    Scope of Work
    Under the general supervision of the Project Manager and direct supervision by the program officer, the consultant will be required to work closely with project team for accomplishment of following tasks:

    Hold preparatory discussion meetings with the Program team and management about the preparation of videos
    Develop the overall concept and narrative, identify locations for filming and as appropriate, draft questions for interviewees.
    Develop the documentary script and storyboard to be used in the film, attuned to the various target audiences.
    Visit the field site and shoot general footage and interviews with the Projects’ major beneficiaries and stakeholders. (Children’s Officer, Probation Officer, Ward Administrators, Assistant County Commissioners, MOE – (SCDE, SQASO, CSO and Implementation schools Teachers and Head teachers done in both Kiswahili and English
    Present draft documentary at the end of the field mission for first review and incorporation of feedback.
    Produce an edited Video Recording of the scenes captured, as well as footage of the recorded stories/ raw footage of the entire event.
    Provide at-least 50 high quality pictures in soft format of the activities/beneficiaries with name of subject in picture, brief description of activity, location and the date picture are captured.
    Submission of final master high quality videos in HD, AVI and MP4 formats, as well as submitting them on DVD.
    Submission of all raw footage captured in project areas and master tapes for all interviews.
    Produce one overall project video documentary on identified areas of the project within key intervention areas, in consultation with ICL and provide versions with English and with Kiswahili subtitles, in accordance with ICL branding guidelines.

    Expertise of the Consultant (or Consultancy Firm)
    To deliver the assignment, I Choose Life Africa is looking for a consultant or consultancy firm that meets the following requirements:

    Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the area of film/reportage/documentary writing, producing, directing and editing.
    Demonstrated extensive experience in producing development-related photographs and videos aimed at reaching the media, government actors, CSOs communities and the private sector.
    Experience in working with local and international organisations.
    Excellent technical capacities (access to the highest quality filming, light, sound and editing equipment for High Definition footage) to ensure on time and high-quality production.
    Sample film will be required to demonstrate technical competencies in relation to filming, interviewing, sound recording and all other necessary skills to achieve a professional final film.
    Experience in development communication will be an added advantage.
    Local knowledge of Turkana county will be an added advantage.
    Ability to communicate and conduct interviews in English and Swahili.

    Child Safeguarding**
    In line with the UNCRC, ICL strives to keep children safe in all its undertakings. The successful applicant will be required to read, understand, and commit to abide by ICL Child Safeguarding Policy and guidelines. The institution/firm or individual Consultant will sign the policies to indicate an understanding of, and commitment to follow the policy requirements, including its annexes (Code of Conduct and Principles of Ethical Reporting on Children).

  • Finance Lead/Manager

    Finance Lead/Manager

    The Position:
    Reporting to senior management, you will be responsible for the day-to-day accounting and compliance requirements and the month end financial reporting. As a member of this team, you know your accounting principles and the full accounting process end to end. Every day is a new challenge, and you’re continually looking for ways to help our team get better at what we do, in the most efficient way possible. A team player at heart, you collaborate with our local teams, advocate best practices and roll up your sleeves to pitch in when it’s all hands on deck. You move fast while keeping your attention to detail, and you tap into your problem-solving skills to support the business’s objectives.
    Responsibilities:

    Accounting and Financial Reporting

    Perform daily, weekly and monthly accounting functions such as: BS and P&L accounting (Cash, Intercompany, Accounts Receivable, Inventory, Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable, Accruals, Revenue, Payroll, Opex), month end close process and reporting, general accounting and tax filings and all related statutory obligation.
    Oversee operations of the Kenya and Group finance function, set goals and objectives, and design a framework for these to be met. 
    Manage the trial balance, controlling income, cash flow and expenditure
    Provide financial results and analysis to senior management and guide the incountry leadership on all financial decisions 

    Governance, Controls and Compliance

    In liaison with the Group FC and team members, develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls
    Drive, manage and embed operational excellence and a continuous improvement culture within the team to deliver improvements to financial policies, processes and systems.
    Act as a guardian of Internal control procedures,  including Separation of Duties, Access Controls, Physical Audits, Documentation, Trial Balances, Reconciliations and Approval Authority.

    Business Planning, Budgeting and Forecasting

    Develop trends and projections for the firm’s finances in liaison with FP&A Team 
    Working with the country team to prepare budgets 
    Lead the process for proactive budget management and reporting at country level.
    CAPEX management – ensure CAPEX is  monitored, adequately recorded and reported. Oversee annual asset management processes such as verification. 
    Conduct reviews and evaluations for cost-reduction opportunities, buy or lease options.

    Statutory Matters

    Liaise with auditors to ensure appropriate monitoring of company finances is maintained.
    Liaise with local tax authorities (KRA/MRA/GRA), labour and other government organizations
    Managing compliance with all the statutory obligations as well as taxation for the company, in accordance with local  government requirements.

    Business Partnering and Leadership

    Leadership and stakeholder engagement – Participate in all country key meetings, manage routines such as balance sheet reviews and reconciliations (monthly, quarterly), action on reconciling items.
    Manage relationships with third-party entities such as accounting firms and auditors in matters related to the Accounting, local external reporting, and Tax, being responsible for accurate and timely completion of local statutory audits, tax and other statutory filings. Proactively identify issues and keep manager informed in a timely manner.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    BA/ BS degree or equivalent
    CA/ CPA or equivalent
    At least 7 years of relevant work experience in finance/accounting.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Prior experience with Big Four firm a plus
    Experience working in a multinational firm
    Solid understanding of IFRS
    Strong project management, process improvement, computer and analytical skills.
    Attention to detail, organized and thorough with desire for continuous improvement.
    Proven ability to work in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment, and to lead and drive complex initiatives.

  • Internal Audit Manager Science Laboratory Technologist Lecturer II (Medical Social Work) Lecturer II (Orthopaedic Trauma & Medicine) Lecturer II (Health Records & Information Technology) Lecturer II (Physiotherapy)

    Internal Audit Manager Science Laboratory Technologist Lecturer II (Medical Social Work) Lecturer II (Orthopaedic Trauma & Medicine) Lecturer II (Health Records & Information Technology) Lecturer II (Physiotherapy)

    Job Summary
    For appointment to this grade, an officer must:

    Have a Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting OR Finance option), Business Administration (Accounting option) or its equivalent from a recognized institution;
    Have served in the grade of Principal Internal Auditor Grade KMTC 4 or in a comparable position or relevant position in the Public Service or in a reputable private sector organization for a minimum period of ten years (10) years with three years’ experience in a management capacity;
    Have a Masters degree in Business Administration I Masters of Science in Auditing and

    OR

    Have Part II of the Certified Public Accountants Examination or Certified Internal Auditor (CIA) IV
    Have a attended a leadership Course lasting not less than four (4) weeks from a
    Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution;
    Have been registered by the Institute of Internal Auditors {IIA) or Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK); and
    Be proficient in Computer Applications.
    Have demonstrated administrative capabilities and a high degree of competence in planning, conducting and supervising financial and management audits as well as running a Unit effectively.

    Responsibilities
    This will be the head of the Unit and will be responsible to the CEO for the Internal Audit functions. Duties and responsibilities at this level will entail: advising the Board on commitments entered into without budgetary provisions and adequate funds; carrying out investigations on irregularities identified; and reporting any wastage of College funds resulting from irregular decisions and general misappropriation of financial resources and College property. ln addition the officer will be required to asses training needs for Internal Auditors and review audit guidelines and systems.

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  • Technical, Vocational, Education and Training (TVET) Team Leader

    Technical, Vocational, Education and Training (TVET) Team Leader

    Position Outline

    We are seeking an experienced Team Leader with expertise in leadership and delivery of largescale development programmes in the areas of education and skills development.  The Team Leader must have capability to provide overall accountability, strategic direction, technical oversight, lead diverse multidisciplinary teams, and experience with Kenya TVET country stakeholders. The successful applicant must also have previous Team Leader experience, excellent interpersonal and communications skills to build strong relations with government, private sector and civil society stakeholders, previous experience and the leadership skills to build strong connections and influence others.
    Based in Nairobi, the Team Leader’s role and responsibilities will include:
    Strategic oversight of the programme;

    Building, managing and bridging relationships with key stakeholders at community, civil society, business and government levels;
    Identifying and managing risks to successful programme implementation
    Keeping abreast of skills policy developments in Kenya and the UK, and using this knowledge to spot opportunities for programme interventions which support better skills in Kenya.

     Team Leader required skills and competencies:

    Proven experience in leading higher education and TVET training and employment programmes,
    Strong operational, strategic management and networking skills;
    Verbal and written fluency in the English along with strong communication, interpersonal, effective cross-cultural interpersonal skills and presentation skills;
    Significant knowledge in skill development and related private sector work, including extensive expertise in managing a multi-disciplinary TA team;
    Computer literate, working with Microsoft Windows and able to manage information effectively with available computer systems.

    Team Leader qualification requirements:
    A minimum of a Master’s Degree in Education or a relevant field, with 15 years of experience in design and operational delivery of large-scale, donor-funded programmes in the areas of
    Education and skills development;

    At least 15 years of experience working on major education and skills programmes in low and middle income countries, ideally working with the private sector and building education-to employment partnerships;
    Significant proven social development expertise, including expertise in gender inclusion / women’s empowerment;
    Expertise and skills in delivery of skills training, development of occupational standards, curriculum development, quality assurance, assessment and certification;
    Excellent knowledge of the education sector in Kenya from having worked in the public/private sectors;
    Excellent knowledge of the wider international education and skills sectors, global standards, including in the UK
    Experience in developing policy advice/analysis and delivering successful programmes

      If you are interested and qualified for this position, please send your CV and cover letter before 4th of March 2020.

  • Senior Marketing Executive – Research & Product Development (Faulu)

    Senior Marketing Executive – Research & Product Development (Faulu)

    Introduction
    Reporting to the Marketing Manager, Research & Development the job holder will be responsible for researching on Brand, Financial Environment and Consumer Dynamics with the objective of developing products and facilitating business decision making, as well as management of the Faulu Products Portfolio.
    Minimum Requirements

    A Degree in business, marketing or social sciences field with relevant qualifications including marketing, insurance, customer service, communications and/or public relations
    Computer proficiency
    Analytical Skills
    Public Relations Skills
    3 years of marketing/product management experience
    Highly creative with strong presentation and communication skills
    Strong analytical skills
    A team player disposition
    Innovative strategic marketer and planner
    Sharp knowledge of market trends
    Good public image and personality
    Ability to travel extensively
    Flexible working hours

    Job Specification…

    Research, Measurement and Surveys

    Analyzing financial sector trends in support of strategy initiatives – investigative studies to guide decision making
    Data mining for the brand and various products – Competitor benchmarking and determination of products market viability
    Brand Health Checks / Brand Tracker – Liaise with relevant research agencies to conduct Brand Tracker studies
    Conduct Customer Satisfaction Surveys – Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) and Net Promoter Score (NPS)
    Pre and Post Campaign Measurement – Campaign impact assessment reports
    Facilitate qualitative and quantitative consumer banking behaviour studies
    Internal staff motivation and performance surveys- Analysis and report writing
    Conduct Branch Feasibility Studies

    Customer Value Proposition Development

    Conducting and monitoring CVP studies and customer profiling in the organization in alignment with business strategy
    Customer segmentation and product rationalization as per CVP

    Product Development
    Member of the Products Development Committee
    Needs analysis, design and Product testing – responsible for researching, developing and building products based on industry experience and contact with customers and prospects
    Product development from end to end

    Identifying and assessing relevance of both existing and new products through the lens of respective CVPs
    Product concept testing(UAT), piloting and tracking in conjunction with Operations Excellence department and I.T Business Systems
    Developing product enhancement strategies including making recommendations on time to business development
    Product fact sheet development and updates
    Competitor product benchmarking to inform business decisions
    Closure of all product related regulatory and internal approvals
    Training of customer facing staff on products

    AML, KYC and CFT Responsibilities

    Monitor, on a continuous basis, all transactions to ensure that unusual and suspicious transactions are reported to the Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO)
    Implementing and enforcing the board approved AML, KYC & CFT policy in as far as is applicable within my area of responsibility

    Innovations

    In conjunction with the Products Development Team nurture innovative technological strategies in product development

    Experiential Activities

    Product activations, market storms, branding and customer loyalty
    Participate in product and thematic campaigns activations
    Facilitate product communication strategy
    Assist on need basis to determine flagship products and services to promote during sponsorships
    Faulu Experiential Asset Management
    Ensure truck, equipment, sound and all experiential inventories are serviced and maintained.
    Budget management of all the departmental functions
    Available to take any other assigned tasks by management

    Content Management of Faulu Products on digital platform

    Content management of Faulu products on digital platforms

    Leads Management

    Monitor leads conversion and facilitate requisite reports

    Media Monitoring

    Monitoring efficiency of contracted media services suppliers and service delivery as per stipulated Service Level Agreements

    Support customer, deposit and loans growth strategies

    In conjunction with the Marketing Manager R&D, facilitate launch and execution of respective campaigns as dictated by business needs
    In liaison with Marketing Communication facilitate effective product communication to promote product uptake

    Research Budget Management

    In collaboration with the Marketing manager, R&D optimize cost management of the annual budgets for Research and Product development

    Liaison with other marketing arms (Brand & Product Communication and Experiential & CSR) to ensure 360 degree communication and customer engagement.
    Good working relations and support to other departments

  • REAP Village Mentors

    REAP Village Mentors

    Current Team: Member New position.
     
    Program / Department Summary: Mercy Corps has been operating in Kenya since 2008, focusing its interventions around four objectives:

    peace and conflict management;
    livelihood / market systems;
    governance (particularly at the county level); and
    youth employment / employability (including the social and economic development of adolescents).

    The four objectives serve to increase community resilience to drought and other shocks and stresses, and to decrease fragility with a particular focus on Kenya’s Arid Lands.
    Mercy Corps’ vision for change requires the private sector, government and civil society to work together to create meaningful and sustainable change.
    General Position Summary: The REAP Village Mentors will be responsible for execution of Rural Entrepreneur Access Project (REAP) a two year women poverty graduation model aimed at supporting human capital development for resilient individuals who are then engaged in a group-based business enterprise.
    Essential Job Responsibilities
    Program Management

    Contribute to team work plans and successful implementation of Rural Entrepreneur Access Project activities, following work plans so activities are on time, target and within the approved budget, and program deliverables achieve desired impact.
    Implement a 2-year women poverty graduation model and ensure that interventions are responsive to stakeholders and consistent with Mercy Corps’ and the BOMA Project’s relevant program guidelines, principles, values, quality standards and strategic plan. Ensure that interventions are evidence-based and adhere to adaptive management principles.
    Manage REAP business and associated VSLA groups
    Provide mentoring to up to 45 small businesses every year for a two-year cycle through regular site visits to assess the health of the business..
    In a collaborative process with the community (Participatory Wealth Ranking and Participatory Rural Appraisal) and Location Advisory Committees, target and identify eligible girls and women for the program, based on agreed written criteria
    Train and mentor the girls/women to write a business plan of chosen viable businesses and provide two years mentoring during monthly visits
    Facilitate disbursement of cash grants in two instalments for girls/women to buy stock and equipment for their business
    Facilitate girls and women to form savings associations of 5 to 7 businesses that meet monthly to deposit savings. Members and village residents access credit for long term expenses and business growth
    Link women to other traders, markets, financial institutions, public and private institutions
    Implement monitoring and evaluation tools.
    Represent MC at the assigned location including as a representative for the organization in local development communities.
    In collaboration with REAP Officer, report on the businesses and savings groups’ performances to the Program Manager and BOMA Project focal person.

    Knowledge and Experience

    At least a Diploma or certificate in community development, social work or another related discipline.
    Previous experience in the dry lands of northern Kenya is a requisite.
    previous experience with a local non-governmental organization is strongly preferred. Possess excellent interpersonal skills; candidates should be able to relate well to both the girls and women with whom they work, and the MC REAP Officer.
    Have experience in data collection
    Be self-driven, and able to work with minimal staff supervision
    Be reliable and punctual
    Have an understanding of English, Swahili and local languages
    Possession of valid motorcycle driving license and or willingness to acquire one immediately is an added advantage. Willingness and ability to drive motorcycle is strongly preferred for this post.